Purchasing Assistant Manager

Goodwill Industries of Central Texas•Austin, TX

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Assistant Manager supports the Purchasing Manager in executing product acquisition, procurement, inventory control, and merchandising strategies. This position also leads daily operations of the New Goods Warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient workflows, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supervising warehouse staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in business, finance, or account preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement or buying preferred.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in retail, merchandising, logistics, inventory, or fulfillment operations.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Effective communicator in verbal and written English.
Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with inventory software preferred.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Demonstrated problem-solving, adaptability, and team leadership.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive teams.
Ability to work with all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong and effective vendor relationships to identify and procure merchandise appropriate for Goodwill retail stores.
Attend tradeshows and industry events when necessary to source new vendors and stay current with market trends.
Supervise daily operations of the New Goods Warehouse including receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment.
Ensure accurate documentation and procedures are followed from product receipt through distribution.
Oversee product labeling, UPC accuracy, and system entry prior to store shipment.
Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to align warehouse inventory with retail order demands.
Assist with development and implementation of merchandising strategies, SOPs, and retail store rollouts.
Coordinate shipment schedules with the logistics team to fulfill retail store needs.
Track and confirm store order fulfillments in assigned systems; ensure all inventory data is accurate and timely.
Lead and train New Goods staff, maintaining productivity within budget and Goodwill policy.
Uphold safety, cleanliness, and professionalism throughout the warehouse.
Foster strong communication with internal departments to improve process flow from procurement through sales.
Ensure accurate documentation and clear communication across Retail and Finance departments.
Evaluate feedback and recommend process improvements.
Ensure compliance with inventory, accounting, and operational policies.
Attend scheduled meetings and training.
Other duties as assigned.